Beginner: Creative Activities – Adverbs of Manner

GRAMMAR REVIEW

Let’s read the sentences aloud. Please repeat after me.

READ

1. I paint the picture skillfully. 私は上手に絵をかきます。 2. He reads the story slowly. 彼はゆっくり物語を読みます。 3. She recites the poem carefully. 彼女は慎重に詩を朗読します。 4. They dance ballet gracefully. 彼らは優雅にバレエを踊ります。 5. We solved the puzzle quickly. 私たちは早くパズルを解きます。 6. Did she sing the song perfectly? 彼女は完璧にその歌を歌いましたか？
DESCRIBING PICTURES

Study the picture for 1 minute. Describe what each character does by completing the sentences with the correct verbs.

ANSWER

1. How does Darwin play the piano?
Answer: Darwin _________ the piano skillfully.
2. How does Grace sing?
Answer: Grace _____________ beautifully.

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

READ

Congratulations on winning the competition, Emma! Yesterday, you recited your poem beautifully.
Thanks, Ron. Honestly, I performed nervously yesterday.

I didn’t even notice that. You finished your performance perfectly! I was listening to you fondly.
Yes, I saw you clapping cheerfully. I’m glad you appreciate my performance, Ron.

I really do. During your performance, the audience was cheering loudly.
Yes, I was looking at the audience while performing. Fortunately, I won and I’m very happy because I was able to perform successfully.

CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Please answer the questions in complete sentences.

ANSWER

1. According to Ron, how did Emma recite her poem yesterday?
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2. What was the audience doing during Emma’s performance?
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3. Why is Emma very happy?
Answer:

CONVERSATION PRACTICE

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask questions, too.

ANSWER

1. Can you dance gracefully?
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2. Can you draw pictures skillfully?
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3. What creative activities do you do regularly?
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4. Can you play musical instruments beautifully?
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5. Can you write poems easily?
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